Microneedling does not prevent future hairtransplants, but some surgeons report the skin becomes "harder" in treated areas. There is no clear evidence to confirm this effect.
The user is 2 months post-hairtransplant with 6,000 grafts using the DHI method and is using oral finasteride, minoxidil, and vitamins. They are seeking feedback on their progress.
User started hair loss treatment 3 months ago using topical fin, minoxidil, RU58841, stemoxydine, and microneedling. Others noticed improvement in mid and frontal scalp areas and suggested considering oral minoxidil.
A user shared their 9-month post-hairtransplant results with 4600 grafts, using only Nourkin hair vitamins, Vitamin D, and B12, and expressed satisfaction. The replies debated the necessity of medications like finasteride and minoxidil for maintaining hair health.
User shared a 10-month update after a 4000-graft hairtransplant, using finasteride, minoxidil, hair density shampoos, hair oils, and vitamins. Replies suggest patience as crown growth can take up to 18 months.
The conversation is about a user sharing their 3-month progress with finasteride, minoxidil, and weekly derma rolling for hair loss. Some suggest buzzing the hair off to better apply treatments and consider a hairtransplant in the future.
A user's experience of using Fin, Min and Microneedle treatments to help thicken their hair before undergoing a HairTransplant (HT) procedure. The conversation also includes discussion about the results post-HT, including pictures.
A 40-year-old using 1mg finasteride daily reports noticeable hair regrowth in 7 weeks and plans to start 5% minoxidil and microneedling. Feedback is mixed, with some seeing progress and others suggesting a hairtransplant.
A user shared a 17-month update on their hair loss treatment, which included a hairtransplant of 2300 grafts, using a topical solution of minoxidil and finasteride, a laser cap, and ketoconazole shampoo. They are considering another transplant and seeking honest feedback on their progress, while others share their own experiences and advice on hair loss treatments.
The user's experience with hair loss treatments such as finasteride, dutasteride, and minoxidil, and how they are affecting their density. Replies to the post suggest different hairstyles and hairtransplant options, and provide encouragement for the original poster's situation.
A user's progress with hair loss treatments over the past two years, including finasteride, minoxodil and dermarolling. Replies included speculations about whether or not this was the result of a hairtransplant. The user confirmed that it was just meds.
A user shared their experience with Finasteride for hair loss, noting improvement but still some thinning. They plan to get a hairtransplant to address remaining thin spots and strengthen their hairline.
User suggests rotating scalp 180 degrees to address hair loss. Others discuss sanity, ethics, and similar procedures like scalp reduction and hairtransplants.
The conversation discusses a user's hair regrowth over three years using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and a hairtransplant, along with Biotin supplementation. Some users question the authenticity of the results and the organization of the before-and-after photos.
A 19-year-old has been using finasteride, minoxidil, and microneedling to treat hair loss with no regrowth, feeling mentally affected by it. Advice given includes continuing treatment, considering a hairtransplant, addressing potential vitamin deficiencies, and possibly switching to dutasteride or adding ketoconazole shampoo.
A user shared their positive experience with finasteride over 1.5 years, noting significant hair regrowth and no side effects. They also mentioned unsuccessful attempts with minoxidil and are considering a hairtransplant to improve their hairline.
A 32-year-old has seen positive hair growth after 4.5 months using 0.5mg daily of oral dutasteride and 5mg of oral minoxidil, despite previously losing hair due to stopping medications and wearing a hair system. They plan to continue treatment and are considering adding dermarolling to their regimen, with a hairtransplant scheduled for the following year.
The user has been using dutasteride for almost a year after switching from finasteride and is now also using Rogaine (Minoxidil). They are considering a hairtransplant and are inquiring if their crown might thicken enough with current treatments to reduce the need for grafts.
A 43-year-old man regrets not starting finasteride earlier for his receding hairline, which has now progressed to NW3 with diffuse thinning. Other users share their experiences, highlighting the effectiveness of finasteride and hairtransplants in managing hair loss, even in their 30s and 40s.
A user shared progress pictures after 8 months of using topical 5% minoxidil and 0.01% finasteride, showing significant hair regrowth. Replies suggest the user might not need a hairtransplant and recommend considering oral finasteride.
People have been using finasteride for 10 to 20+ years to maintain their hairline, with many reporting success and no significant side effects. Some users have combined finasteride with minoxidil for better results, and a few have switched to dutasteride or added hairtransplants when finasteride was less effective.
The user, Lofi-luu, shared their transformation from balding to having a full head of hair after getting a hairtransplant and using finasteride for almost 2 years. They also discussed their workout routine and emphasized the importance of not letting balding hold them back in life.
User frustrated with lack of improvement after 1 year and 3 months using Minoxidil, Finasteride, and microneedling for hair loss. Replies suggest considering oral Minoxidil, switching to Dutasteride, and potential hairtransplant.
Scalp biopsies are crucial for diagnosing hair loss conditions like Diffuse Unpatterned Alopecia (DUPA) and retrograde hair loss, as treatments like finasteride and dutasteride may not be effective if other conditions are present. Combining PPAR-GAMMA agonists with retinoids could improve treatments for conditions like Lichen Planopilaris.
A user is considering whether to continue using RU58841 or switch to hair system patches for a receding hairline, while already using finasteride, oral minoxidil, and microneedling. Another user suggests buying RU58841 in powder form to save money and notes the original poster's hair has significantly improved.
A user who has been shaving his head for 15 years looking for potential treatments to regrow hair; the replies range from advice to try out medications such as finasteride and minoxidil, to suggestions of changing up his look with facial hair or hobbies.
Fighting hair loss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or Hair Loss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.
Hair systems can be life-changing, providing a natural look and requiring maintenance every 7-14 days. They cost around $900-1000 annually and are generally comfortable and well-received by others.
The conversation is about the role of testosterone in hair loss and the effectiveness of different treatments. The conclusion is that DHT is the main culprit for hair loss, and finasteride has been proven to work long-term in maintaining and regrowing hair. Testosterone may have a minor effect, but it is not the primary cause of hair loss.